Morphometric and quality changes by application of three calcium sources under mild thermal treatment in pre-cut fresh melon (Cucumis melo L.)
N. Casas-Forero and G. Cáez-Ramírez
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Image analysis of cell morphology is an efficient tool to evaluate the effect of calcium application on melon.
The cell morphometric parameters showed correlation with macro-structural, mechanical and sensory attributes.
The activity of pectin methyl esterase contributed to melon tissue stabilization.
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Lactate and calcium chloride were successful alternatives to retain the freshness of pre-cut melon.
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